It began with the organic food diet that led to the organic tees and then jeans. Yet the most important aspect of the wardrobe had been left out - the accessory! Counting on our eco-conscious friends in the fashion industry, we knew that they would never let us down. Designers have taken note of the current environmental issues that concern us today and put on their “green” thinking caps to bring the fashionably conscious, eco-friendly diva, funky fashion options that will keep her glamorous while doing something good for the earth. With these fabulous “green thumb” accessory choices, there’s no reason one should have to go “frump” in the night!

New Zealand Jewelry designer Ashton Hilton has found a creative way to recycle old jewels and make them like new. From Wedding bands to meticulously etched bracelets and brooches, Ashton utilizes heirlooms made of various metals such as silver, gold and titanium to construct one of kind pieces that can add a little green-luxe to any look. Check out his collection at www.ashtonhilton.com and we promise, you will never buy an un-recycled piece of jewelry again.

On screen princess Natalie Portman has teamed up with famed footwear designer Te Casan to create everyday lady like classic shoes vegan-style. The shoes are made of natural materials and are available in cute faux patent leather Mary Janes and satin ballet flats – spicing up any traditional 9 to 5 get-up. Jumping on this Vegan train will serve you right, as all proceeds go towards the Nature Conservancy. And who said guilt free shopping doesn’t exist?

Stylish and fashionable, these luxury vegan handbags are the brain child of fashion insider Evelina – trained opera singer and one time counter part of Karl Lagerfeld. Each bag is made from natural, non-toxic and organic materials such as 100% PVC-free eco-polymer. The new “IT” bags of the luxury market, Vegan Queen vegetal leather embossed handbags, bring out the “green queen” in all of us. The chic City and Hobo bags will help you channel your inner Jackie-O and have you moving on to greener pastures! www.veganqueen.com

Protect your eyes from sunrays with these environmental friendly sunglasses from iWood eco-designs. Hand crafted from the finest woods like Ebony and Bubinga, iWood eco-designs has created a sleek alternative for the incognito. Winner of the Domino 2007 green list, these hypoallergenic frames will keep you stepping in style amongst a select group of individuals who dare to be different. Limited quantities are produced each year making iWood eco-designs all the more desirable. www.iwoodecodesign.com

One of our favorite luxury handbag designers, Kooba, has stepped up to the green challenge with this exclusive organic handbag available at Barney’s. Fashioned from organic cotton and metallic cork trim, Kooba has created one of the funkiest green bags to date from our set of trusted luxury designers. Be sure to grab this limited edition “IT” green bag to compliment that fabulous sundress you snagged at your neighborhood thrift store!

Leave it to the most innovative sneaker company in the world to create a snazzy pair of hemp woven kicks for men and women to enjoy. Slanted a bit on the masculine side, marrying the Gazelle’s with straight legged white pants - organic of course, a form fitting tee and a straw fedora, you’ll step out androgynously yet comfortable on a recycled rubber sole. Go get ‘em do-gooder!

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